The restoration of a Citroën AC4 delivery van
Summary
The Citroën AC4 and C6 models produced between 1929 and 1932 are now very rare, so it is all the more wonderful that two of these rare vehicles have been restored.
This article contains the following chapters
- The Citroën AC4 - first with four cylinders
- Shortly afterwards, a six-cylinder version was also launched
- First the saloon - parts are needed
- From organ donor to classic car
- Overhaul of the engine and gearbox
- Assembly
- Back on the road
Estimated reading time: 7min
Preview (beginning of the article)
The Citroën AC4 and C6 models produced between 1929 and 1932 have now become very rare, so it is all the better that two of these rare vehicles have been restored. Citroen presented a new passenger car series in 1929. The new cars were given the type designation AC4. Basically, they were based on the predecessor model B14G, but numerous modifications made them a modern automobile. For example, the engine was fitted with a water pump and battery ignition for the first time. New production methods increased reliability. The displacement of the side-valve four-cylinder engine was initially 1628cc with an output of 30 hp at a rated speed of 3,000 rpm. The chassis was also revised to increase torsional rigidity and improve comfort. The body design was adapted to the times and reproduced in many different body shapes and paint finishes .
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